Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.08
- Local median
- 0.09
Lil' Kreative Handz Development Center
1300B NE Oak St, Arcadia, FL 34266
- License:
- C12DE0023
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri: 6:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 33
- License expiration:
- October 5, 2026
Typical cost: $975 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$975/mo
Median daily rate: $45.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning DeSoto County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Lil' Kreative Handz Development Center from January 30, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 18, 2023 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of October 18, 2023.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Nine later inspections, from October 19, 2023 through April 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 5.5 local median in 34266
Compared to 16 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.06
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- A fire drill was conducted with 4 staff and 16 children present on 8/31/2023. The fire extinguishers are certified thru 10/2023. Reviewed annual fire inspection. The fire inspection expired on 9/9/2023. Child Care Regulation Counselor (CCRC) Provided Technical Assistance (TA) to the director: The annual fire inspection is valid for 1 year from the time of completion and must not expire. An updated fire inspection must be completed by the due date for the facility to be in compliance.
- Correction status
- Due by October 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How do you manage the scheduling and renewal process for your annual fire safety inspections?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in September 2023 indicate the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection at that time. This question helps clarify the current process for ensuring all safety certifications remain up to date.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on April 27, 2026.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for communicating with parents about emergency drills and safety procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center keeps families informed about safety preparedness helps parents feel confident in the facility's commitment to maintaining a secure environment.
General question
How do you ensure that all staff members are trained on the latest emergency response protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular staff training is essential for maintaining a high standard of care and ensuring that everyone is prepared to handle various situations effectively.
General question
Can you describe how you maintain daily routines to ensure consistent supervision for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent routines and active supervision are key components of a well-managed childcare environment that supports child development.
General question
What steps does the center take to gather and incorporate feedback from parents regarding daily operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Open communication between the center and families helps build a collaborative relationship and ensures that the needs of the children are consistently met.